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1. Botte Brooklyn
4.7
Exceptional(136)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown Brooklyn
Booked 12 times today
Italian Restaurant and cocktail bar. Serving a typical Roman Italian menu including fresh homemade pastas, thin crust pizzas fish, meat with an innovative cocktail list.
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2. Curry Heights
4.7
Exceptional(1)
Price: Expensive
• Indian • Brooklyn Heights
Booked 2 times today
Curry Heights is bringing you the very best of Indian Cuisine in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn, NY. When considering a place to unwind testing delicious Chicken Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken, Chicken Biryani, Saag Paneer, Samosas and many more.. come to Curry Heights.The contagious happy atmosphere full of foodies sharing laughter and a very good time is the perfect place to create special memories with friends and family.
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3. Cafe Zaffri
4.4
Awesome(39)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • Union Square
Booked 50 times today
Cafe Zaffri, lovingly known as “Zaf’s”, is the third dining concept from the acclaimed team behind New York City mainstays Raf’s and The Musket Room. Located inside The Twenty Two New York, a hotel and private members club located in Union Square. The sprawling restaurant will be open to the public and serve modern interpretations on Levantine cuisine and its diaspora.
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4. Gjelina - New York
4.6
Exceptional(104)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • East Village
Booked 193 times today
Gjelina is a restaurant that serves locally-sourced, produce-forward food with menus guided by conversations and long-standing relationships with farmers, local ranchers, fishermen, and co-ops. Our first location Gjelina LA in Venice Beach opened in 2008 becoming a staple in the local community. We are currently open for lunch, brunch, and dinner services.
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5. Nami Nori West Village
4.8
Exceptional(128)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Greenwich Village
Booked 85 times today
Nami Nori is a casual, Japanese restaurant specializing in open-style temaki hand rolls, in the West Village. The menu features signature hand rolls, including crunchy varieties, as well as classic versions, and a special vegan section. Japanese-inspired snacks and desserts are also on offer. Beer, sake and wine are available both on tap and by the bottle.
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6. Soothr
4.7
Exceptional(233)
Price: Expensive
• Thai • East Village
Booked 214 times today
Soothr, properly pronounced “Sood” is the Thai word meaning “Recipe”. This East Village establishment is the vision of close friends who grew up in different regions of Thailand, hoping to share their experiences and recipes with the rest of the world. Raised in distinctive regional cities, each individual brings their own unique relationship with Thai cuisine, with a specific focus on the generational family recipes that have shaped their childhood and time growing up in Thailand. With a specialty in family noodle recipes from throughout Thailand, Soothr offers a culinary experience that is geared towards the comfort and warmth of dining at home. These traditional recipes have brought great comfort and a sense of home for generations, and Soothr at its core is an invitation to sit at the table and enjoy a classic, Thai family meal.
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7. Little Ruby's Cafe - West Village
4.7
Exceptional(360)
Price: Moderate
• Australian • West Village
Booked 157 times today
Since 2003, Little Ruby’s Cafe has brought Australian cafe culture to New York City, offering approachable all-day fare, specialty drinks, and a full coffee program. Open for brekkie, lunch and dinner 7 days a week, Little Ruby’s Cafe’s beloved menu features the signature burgers, pastas, salads and brunch classics, all served in thoughtfully designed spaces.Located on the landmark corner of West 4th St & 7th Avenue, our newest Little Ruby’s Cafe features an airy, multi-level space. A first for Little Ruby’s, West Village offers a full bar with an exclusive cocktail program alongside our classic menu with new dishes unique to the location. With an expansive terrace and sweeping windows, the West Village restaurant invites guests to absorb the energy of the neighborhood as they enjoy their morning brekkie or grab cocktails and dinner with friends. Little Ruby’s West Village is be open 7 days a week for brekkie, lunch and dinner.
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8. Frankies Spuntino
4.9
Exceptional(64)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Carroll Gardens
Booked 38 times today
Indulge in delicious Italian fare at Frankies Sputino. Owned by chefs Frank Castronovo and Frank Falcinelli, this restaurant specializes in Tuscan-inspired cuisine, served in comfortable settings. Stop by during lunch and enjoy a light roasted vegetable salad or Frankies' special sausage and broccoli rabe sandwich made with pizza Bianca bread. Other menu highlights at Frankies Sputino include the meatball with pine nuts and raisins, the slow roasted rib eye and the branzino, served with lemon aioli and grilled artichokes. Open for lunch and dinner all through the week, Frankies Sputino is a great pick for a casual dining experience. The drink menu boasts a small but carefully selected wine list, handpicked to complement the delicious meals.
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9. ONE Dine at One World Observatory
4.5
Awesome(4886)
Price: Expensive
• American • Financial District
Booked 24 times today
Enjoy elevated American cuisine and sprawling views from the highest point in the city at ONE Dine! 🔷For a la carte reservations, tickets to One World Observatory are required to access the restaurant. Take advantage of an exclusive ticket offer here: https://bit.ly/owo-a-la-carte. 🔷 One World Observatory is a cashless operation. Onsite reverse ATM’s are available for cash conversions. The Observatory accepts all major Credit/Debit Cards.If purchasing a dining experience package, tickets to the observatory are included! Your tickets can be picked up at the Guest Services desk in the lower lobby of One World Observatory. For all patrons, we recommend arriving at least 45 minutes prior to your set reservation time to truly enjoy your dual access to ONE Dine and One World Observatory! Reservations will be held for up to 15 minutes after set reservation times. Hours of Operation: Monday – Sunday: 12 pm - 10 pm*Parties of 8 or more contact: GROUPDINING@ONEWORLDOBSERVATORY.COM.
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10. Warren Street Bar and Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(102)
Price: Expensive
• American • TriBeCa
Booked 20 times today
The Warren Street Bar & Restaurant is a modern, neighbourhood brasserie offering an all-day menu of much-loved classics and fresh, seasonal dishes filled with flavours and ingredients from around the world. The space itself is a celebration of colour and creativity, with an eclectic art collection and characterful interiors.

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